by our College Data Analytics TeamIs Ozarks worth the money? College Factual’s value analysis weighs the quality of education against the cost. Here is the verdict.
Ozarks is ranked #1,343 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of D-. Within Arkansas, it ranks #27 of 47 for value.
Among the majors Ozarks offers, these rank best for value nationally.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| Public Health Education and Promotion | #35 of 92 |
| Public Health | #111 of 272 |
| Biology Studies | #271 of 1,050 |
| General Biology | #275 of 1,055 |
| General Business Administration and Management | #323 of 1,232 |
| Business Administration & Management | #331 of 1,251 |
| Business, Management & Marketing | #371 of 1,477 |
| Health Professions | #388 of 1,275 |
Read the full Ozarks value report below — how it ranks within its state, how it ranks nationwide, what a degree actually costs, and whether it makes financial sense.
University of the Ozarks is ranked #20 out of #50 in Arkansas for quality and #27 out of #47 for Arkansas value.
Do you qualify for in-state tuition? Check the Ozarks financial aid page to be sure.
University of the Ozarks is ranked #1,343 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
Based on our analysis of other colleges at similar price points, University of the Ozarks is overpriced for the quality of education it provides.
Averaged across all students — those who receive aid and those who pay full price — a year at Ozarks costs about $17,360. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $69,440 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $38,871 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $17,360 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $17,360 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $69,440 |
*The average cost weights the net price paid by aid recipients against the sticker price paid by everyone else. The 4-year figure assumes the standard bachelor's length; your actual time to graduate and price may differ.
There are many ways to lower the cost of a college education. Consider in-state tuition, transfer credits, or finishing your degree faster. Learn more about Ozarks net price and the factors that affect it.
What Ozarks costs you depends on how much aid you receive, so few students fit perfectly into averages.
Here is how the estimated 4-year cost of a Ozarks degree breaks down by aid group, against its national value ranking.
| Nationwide Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $155,484 | — | — |
| All Students | $69,440 | #1,343 | D- |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $69,440 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $155,484 | — | — |
| All Students | $69,440 | #27 | F |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $69,440 | — | — |
*College Factual publishes a single overall value ranking (the All Students row). The cost rows show what each aid group pays toward the same degree.
You can also see how the average net price at Ozarks shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $10,780 |
| $30K–$48K | $10,743 |
| $48K–$75K | $13,810 |
| $75K–$110K | $13,331 |
| Over $110K | $19,376 |
About 100% of Ozarks undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $18,287 per year. Get more details on the Ozarks financial aid you may qualify for.
College Factual determines value by weighing a school’s average total cost against its educational quality, then comparing it to other schools in the same quality tier. See the Ozarks net price page for the cost detail.
Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.